Features
- Carbide tip for improved durability
- Flat shank to reduce bit slippage
- Hex drive end fits into a driver sleeve/hex sleeve tools
- Suitable for masonry materials (brick, concrete, block)
- Sold individually (1 bit)
Specifications
| Bit Diameter | 5/32 in |
| Working Length | 2.0 in |
| Total Length | 3.5 in |
| Length (Overall) | 3.5 in |
| Chuck Fitment | Standard chuck |
| Shank Type | Flat, hex drive |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
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Drill bit intended for making holes in brick, concrete and block. It has a carbide tip for wear resistance and a flat hex shank that engages a driver sleeve. Designed for use with masonry fastening systems and hex sleeve drive tools. Sold as a single bit.
Model Number: TC100
Project Ideas
Business
Tapcon Install Micro-Service
Offer a fast, flat-rate service to mount light-duty fixtures to masonry: house numbers, security cams, hose reels, mailbox flags, signage. Use the 5/32 in bit to pre-drill for 3/16 in concrete screws, price per hole/fixture, and bundle travel within a service radius.
Holiday Lights on Brick
Seasonal installation and takedown of holiday lights for homes and storefronts with brick facades. Drill pilot holes and attach discreet clips with concrete screws for secure, wind-resistant runs. Offer optional patch-and-color-match for unused holes after the season.
Brick-Mount Starter Kits
Sell curated kits online/in-store: the 5/32 in masonry bit, hex sleeve adapter, 3/16 in concrete screws, drill depth collar, and a printed guide. Create SKUs for common use-cases (address plaque kit, camera mount kit, string light kit) to simplify DIY decisions.
Basement/Shop Cable Routing
Provide a service to neatly secure Ethernet, coax, and power conduit across concrete or block walls. Pre-drill with the masonry bit and install cable clamps at consistent intervals. Bill by linear foot and offer add-ons like labeling and surge protection.
Rental Property Compliance Mounts
Target landlords and Airbnb hosts with a package to mount smoke/CO detectors, fire extinguishers, and exit signs on masonry. Use 5/32 in pilot holes for reliable fastener grip, document each install with photos, and provide compliance checklists.
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Brick String-Light Track
Lay out a clean path for outdoor string lights across a brick wall or patio. Use the 5/32 in bit to drill pilot holes for 3/16 in concrete screws (e.g., Tapcon) and mount low-profile cable clips or eyelets. The carbide tip handles brick and mortar, and the 2 in working length is ideal for 1–1.5 in embedment.
Masonry String Art Mural
Create a geometric or word-art mural on a brick or block wall by drilling a series of small pilot holes along a pattern and driving small masonry-compatible screws or screw eyes. Weave outdoor cord or paracord between points to form bold, weatherproof art.
Floating House Number Plaque
Mount a modern address plaque on brick using stand-off mounts. Drill 5/32 in pilot holes to accept 3/16 in masonry screws or anchors. The flat hex shank helps prevent slippage when working from a ladder with a hex sleeve driver.
Wall-Mounted Herb Planter Rail
Install a French cleat or metal rail onto a block or concrete wall to hang herb planters or small tools. Drill pilot holes with the masonry bit and secure the rail with concrete screws. The compact 3.5 in length is easy to control in tight patio or balcony spaces.
Concrete Peg Game Board
Turn a concrete paver into an outdoor game board (cribbage-style or Nine Men’s Morris) by drilling a grid of 5/32 in holes to seat stainless pins or dowels. Paint or stain the paver for contrast and seal it for weather resistance.